Strong's Lexicon isotés: Equality, fairness Original Word: ἰσότης Word Origin: Derived from the Greek adjective ἴσος (isos), meaning "equal" or "same." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "isotés," the concept of fairness and justice is captured in words like מִשְׁפָּט (mishpat, Strong's H4941) and צֶדֶק (tsedeq, Strong's H6664), which convey justice and righteousness. Usage: In the New Testament, "isotés" refers to the concept of equality or fairness, particularly in the context of relationships and resource distribution among believers. It emphasizes the importance of balance and equity, ensuring that no one is in need while others have abundance. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, social hierarchies and economic disparities were prevalent. The early Christian community, however, was called to embody a counter-cultural ethos of mutual care and support. The concept of "isotés" was revolutionary, promoting a sense of unity and shared responsibility among believers, regardless of their social or economic status. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 2471 isótēs – equality (likeness), proportional. See 2470 (isos). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom isos Definition equality NASB Translation equality (2), fairness (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2471: ἰσότηςἰσότης, ἰσότητος, ἡ (ἴσος); 1. equality: ἐξ ἰσότητος (cf. ἐκ, V. 3) by equality, 2 Corinthians 8:13 (14), equivalent to ὅπως γένηται ἰσότης, 14. 2. equity, fairness, what is equitable, joined with τό δίκαιον: Colossians 4:1. (Euripides, Plato, Aristotle, Polybius, others; (cf. Lightfoot on Colossians, the passage cited, yet per contra Meyer).) Likeness (in condition or proportion); by implication, equity -- equal(-ity). Englishman's Concordance 2 Corinthians 8:13 N-GFSGRK: ἀλλ' ἐξ ἰσότητος NAS: but by way of equality-- INT: but of equality 2 Corinthians 8:14 N-NFS Colossians 4:1 N-AFS Strong's Greek 2471 |
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